Ingredients
– 500 grams chicken breast for main protein
– Uncooked lasagna noodles
– 3 tablespoons butter or a mix of butter and oil
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup marinara or Arrabiata sauce
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
– 4 chopped garlic cloves
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin-coriander powder
– 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
– Salt adjusted to taste
Instructions
1-Getting this butter chicken lasagne just right starts with simple steps that anyone can follow, even if you’re a beginner. First, preheat your oven to 365Β°F (185Β°C) to ensure it’s ready when you are. Begin by cooking the chicken in 3 tablespoons of butter or a mix with oil, along with the spices 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon cumin-coriander powder, 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves, and salt to taste plus half of the 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro and 4 chopped garlic cloves until the juices evaporate.
2-Once the chicken is browned, add 1 cup of marinara or Arrabiata sauce, cover, and cook until the chicken is fully done. This step infuses the flavors deeply. Then, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and the remaining fenugreek leaves, and remove from heat to let it cool slightly. For layering, spread some of the sauce on the base of your 9 by 13-inch baking dish, place the uncooked lasagna noodles over it, add half of the butter chicken mixture, sprinkle with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and top with the remaining cilantro-garlic mixture.
3-Repeat the layers for a second round, then add warm water to help spread the sauce evenly, more mozzarella cheese, and extra cilantro-garlic if you want an extra kick. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until it’s bubbly and golden. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving to help the layers set, making it easier to cut and enjoy. This step-by-step approach ensures a foolproof result, perfect for busy parents or baking enthusiasts looking to impress.
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π Use a 9 x 13-inch baking dish for best layering and cooking.
πΏ Add extra cilantro and garlic on top before baking for enhanced aroma and flavor.
π₯ For a gluten-free version, substitute lasagna noodles with thinly sliced zucchini or yellow squash without changing the baking time.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, sautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: Fusion (Indian-Italian)
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 546 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
